Cornell University

This study gave iron- and zinc-biofortified pearl millet to 223 children aged 12-18 months in Mumbai, India for nine months. Researchers measured changes in iron status, growth, and immune function compared to children who ate regular millet. The goal was to see if this enriched …

This study tested a 12-week telehealth lifestyle program for Black adolescent girls with obesity and their primary female caregiver. The goal was to see if the program could improve diet quality and reduce diabetes risk factors. Nineteen participants completed the program, and re…

This study tested two low-cost care packages to prevent severe anemia in 2,500 pregnant women in Zanzibar, Tanzania. One group received standard care (malaria treatment, deworming, iron, and folic acid), while the other got extra multivitamins and a second deworming dose. The goa…

This study looked at whether giving low-income families a discount on fresh produce from local farms, along with nutrition education, could help children eat better and avoid obesity. About 305 families with kids aged 2 to 12 took part. Researchers measured changes in fruit and v…

This study tested a program that delivers boxes of healthy groceries to low-income families with young children in the South Bronx. The goal was to see if the program could improve access to nutritious and culturally appropriate foods. Researchers worked with the community to des…